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Venison – The best meat to eat
By Andy Anderson
As the brisk north winds begin to blow and the landscape begins to erupt into a collage of color, the signs of fall begin to show themselves. This also marks a time for football, Halloween candy and…hunting!
This time-honored tradition of man entering the woods and plains across the country with thoughts and dreams of harvesting that trophy buck or filling the freezer, sparks a flurry of emotions. The most notable and sought after Whitetail deer is often at the top of the list, and for good reason.
I find Whitetail meat to be full of flavor, tender and healthy. My family and I consume venison nearly year round. My wife especially loves the homemade deer jerky. She has been known to clean out our stockpile in just a few days. The kiddos love it as well, and often prefer it over beef.
Over the years I have spoken to many people on the taste of venison. Opinions vary, and are often associated with someone having had a bad experience, a tangy dry taste, or just the thought of eating “Bambi” is disturbing to them. After spending a few minutes discussing their experience, I find that it often leads to an invite to my home for a meal to prove my point. Case in point, my mother-in-law; I was eating Bambi to her.
One night I took out some back-strap, pounded out some nice patties and chicken fried them. Complete with homemade mashed potatoes, sweet corn, garlic bread and homemade gravy, I served it up with the upmost confidence. My mother-in-law, to her credit, approached the dining experience open minded and eagerly.
To read more pick up a copy of the October 2016 NTFR issue.
By Heather Lloyd
Vaccinations are a critical component of maintaining the health and well-being of horses, especially in environments where they are exposed to other animals, such as in the sport, show and performance arenas. Horses, like all animals, are susceptible to various infectious diseases that can spread quickly and cause serious harm.
A routine vaccination schedule helps prevent the spread of these diseases by preparing the horse’s immune system.
To read more, pick up a copy of the November edition of North Texas Farm & Ranch magazine, available digitally and in print. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
Having herds on a controlled breeding schedule means that we have a predictable calving schedule, and while it’s only over a couple of months, for us it does fall right after the start of the year. I lobby annually to call ours the “Winter calving season”, but I am outvoted and my husband still refers to it as Spring. Unlike producers in our Northern States, we don’t have to contend with brutally harsh winter weather, and on those rare times we do, thankfully it is not for extended periods. Regardless of whether you have a Spring or a Fall calving schedule, the health of a newborn calf begins with the mother’s health, and the mother’s health is largely dependent on the producer.
To read more, pick up a copy of the November edition of North Texas Farm & Ranch magazine, available digitally and in print. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
Join us for the Lone Star Open (LSO) Auctioneer Championship, set to take place on Sunday, February 2, alongside the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo (FWSSR).
This exciting event will feature a $20,000 prize for the grand champion auctioneer, as well as insightful presentations on the auction method of marketing and the dynamic auctioneering profession.
To read more, pick up a copy of the January edition of North Texas Farm & Ranch magazine, available digitally and in print. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
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